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How to replace the battery of the Volkswagen Passat remote control?

Model: Volkswagen Passat MK 8, 3G, B8 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Key

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In this tutorial, we will see how to replace the battery of the Volkswagen Passat remote, a very simple and quick operation. To do this, we will need a small flathead screwdriver and a replacement battery of type CR2032. First, we extract the emergency metal key by pressing the designated button, then we use the key itself to pry in the indicated slot and unlock the rear cover.

Next, we remove the old battery, insert the replacement while being careful to respect the polarity, and reassemble everything by following the reverse procedure.


Posted on 23 December 2025 by ScegliAuto


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